Elena Pappas
Senior Editor, Hypertrophy
As the Senior Editor of Hypertrophy at No Bad Reps, Elena Pappas leads coverage on hypertrophy programming, strength and conditioning, and advanced training techniques. Her writing approach cuts through fitness fads to deliver evidence-based guides on lifting technique, progressive overload, and performance nutrition. By focusing on actionable, results-oriented advice, Elena helps serious strength athletes optimize their training volume and reach their true potential. She is dedicated to providing readers with the definitive, science-backed resources needed to build maximum muscle.
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3 Reasons El Sueño Baseball Is Worth a Closer Look for Young Athletes
In the competitive landscape of youth sports, finding the right coaching can make all the difference. With baseball being the third most popular sport for young people in the USA, boasting an 18% participation rate among…
Sponsored by El Sueño Baseball · Jul 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Still Losing Your Towel? How the Aiming Fluid Golf Magna-Anchor™ Ends That Frustration for Good
Discover how the Aiming Fluid Golf Magna-Anchor™ system solves the common frustration of losing golf towels, offering a superior magnetic design and a comprehensive club cleaning routine. This innovative towel ensures your cleaning tool stays attached, cleans effectively, and supports your game.
Sponsored by Aiming Fluid Golf · Jul 15, 2026 · 8 min read
Progressive Overload: Reps as Effective as Weight for Growth
A 2025 study from A. Barsuhn found no significant difference in 1RM strength gains or muscle cross-sectional area increases between lifters who progressively increased weight and those who progressive
Jul 14, 2026 · 5 min read
How UIAR Helps College Coaches Review Student-Athletes With Better Context
UIAR gives college coaches and student-athletes a recruiting environment built around fuller context. The platform helps athletes create verified profiles, organize athletic and academic information, and connect with coaches.
Sponsored · Jul 6, 2026 · 6 min read
Pillowsonic Symphony Review 2026: Is This Under-Pillow Speaker Worth $69.99?
The Pillowsonic Symphony is a specialized under-pillow speaker designed to provide a private, therapeutic, and comfortable bedtime audio experience without the discomfort of headphones or earbuds. This review examines if its $69.99 price is justified by features like a built-in digital player and dual connectivity.
Sponsored · Jul 2, 2026 · 6 min read
Nick Walker Eyes 2026 Mr. Olympia Amidst Rapid Ascent
Fresh off his victory at the 2024 New York Pro, Nick Walker, who previously secured 3rd place at the 2022 Mr.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Trey Lewis's 100-pound weight loss comeback: cold plunges & workouts
Country music star Trey Lewis has not only lost over 100 pounds twice but attributes his remarkable physical transformations to daily 6 a.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Master the Hanging Leg Raise for Six-Pack Abs
The hanging leg raise, when executed with precision, can generate over 130% maximum voluntary contraction in your rectus abdominis, according to Verywellfit .
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Lean pork outperforms plant-based meals for building muscle
A post-workout meal of 20 grams of lean pork significantly outperformed both a plant-based meal and an amino acid shake in stimulating muscle-protein synthesis, according to new research.
Jun 24, 2026 · 2 min read
Intermittent fasting rewires brains, boosting weight loss by 7.8%
Magnetic imaging has revealed that intermittent fasting can rewire brain regions associated with appetite, emotion, and reward, fundamentally changing how participants relate to food.
Jun 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Ronaldo Aims to End World Cup Goal Drought Against Uzbekistan
Despite Opta's supercomputer giving Portugal an 80.
Jun 23, 2026 · 3 min read
David Charvet finds Father's Day rewarding through BUILD
Actor David Charvet's greatest Father's Day reward now stems from a fitness concept he co-created.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Harry Kane equals England World Cup scoring record vs Croatia
In the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Harry Kane headed home a Declan Rice corner, not only securing England's 4-2 victory over Croatia but also equaling Gary Lineker's all-time record of 1
Jun 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Dante Moore's training routine targets national title contention
At 20 years old, quarterback Dante Moore deadlifts 415 pounds and incorporates twice-weekly yoga.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts: A Step-by-Step Guide
Forget the intimidating barbell: the dumbbell Romanian deadlift offers a path to strength that's easier to learn and gentler on the lower back than its traditional counterpart.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Levi Strong's Journey: Mental Fortitude for Strongman Success
Before winning two international strongman titles in 2025, Levi Strong lost 25 pounds helping with storm recovery efforts in Florida, just weeks before a major competition.
Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read
Master the Lower Chest Cable Fly for Maximum Gains
A recent study involving hundreds of gym-goers revealed that 73% are performing the lower chest cable fly with a subtle but critical error, rendering the exercise far less effective than intended, acc
Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Dennis James regrets prioritizing size over posing
Legendary bodybuilder Dennis James, reflecting on a career of impressive physiques, now openly regrets not dedicating an hour to posing practice instead of two hours of cardio.
Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read
New Athlete Diagnosis Pillars Boost Baseball Development
Throwing athletes with decreased lumbopelvic control in a single leg stance were significantly more likely to miss over 30 days of a baseball season due to injury, according to a study in evaluation a
Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Psychotropic Drugs Alter Neuromuscular Performance in Unforeseen Ways
Sarah M., 45, developed severe tremors and difficulty walking after 18 months on an off-label antidepressant for chronic pain (Patient Interview, 2024). This case reflects a broader, alarming trend: 3
Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read